Dining

This iconic Detroit-style square restaurant is serving up a variety of pizzas, along with gluten-free pizza, antipasto salad, Buddy Brew and other cold beverages. Be sure to check out the many ways Buddy’s construction exemplifies the Detroit Zoological Society’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
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Located along the main pathway between the Edward S. Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat and the Holden Reptile Conservation Center, Boardwalk Station offers soft pretzels, bacon-and-cheese fries, ICEE’s and more.
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This favorite with native Detroiters and visitors alike is located across from Rackham Fountain. The restaurant serves Detroit-style chili dogs, chili-cheese fries, as well as draft Michigan beer. Be sure to sit in the shade at the new DTE Solar Pavilion located behind American Coney Island.
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Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Co. coffee, espresso, and specialty lattes. For the sweet tooth try our hard scoop ice cream or a milkshake. If you can’t decide, try a Polar Cap – ice cream and cold Brew coffee blended together. Located between on mall road next to the carousel.
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Located between the Arctic Ring of Life and Grizzly Bears, this is the perfect location to cool down and quench your thirst with ICEE Mix-it-up, dole whip, soft drinks. If you need a snack we offer funnel fries, dessert poutine and soft pretzels.
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Taste this flash-frozen ice cream sensation in 3 convenient locations: On the Rackham Fountain, near snow-monkeys, and next to Arctic Outpost near the exit of the Arctic Ring of Life.

This Mediterranean style restaurant serves up salads, wraps and a delicious vegan grain bowl. Be sure to enjoy our shaded and relaxing patio located behind the carousel.

Exciting new renovations are coming your way, stay tuned for updates!

This location features gourmet Angus beef burgers, chicken tenders and French fries. Wild Burger Detroit is located in the back of the Zoo across from the Africa Train Station. Patio seating is available.

We are still partnering with The Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Co. with an updated look and experience. This location will be inside the new Table 28. Until construction is complete, please visit Cup & Cone, located near the carousel, for your Great Lakes Coffee fix.

Be sure to refill your ICEE souvenir cup one last time on the way out or grab some fresh popped popcorn for the road home. We recently refreshed our relationship with the new owners of Detroit Popcorn Company.